Variety traits
Thousand kernel weight is an indicator characterizing seed size, density, and plumpness, expressed in grams. It is an essential tool for calculating seeding rates and indirectly assessing a crop's yield potential.
Mentioned in descriptions 11 999 varieties reference book.
Thousand kernel weight is an integral indicator reflecting the quality of seed material. Large and heavy seeds contain more nutrients, which ensures high germination energy, the development of a robust root system, and uniform emergence. Measurement is performed according to established protocols by weighing seed samples, cleaned of impurities, followed by adjustment to standard moisture content.
The value of this indicator depends on the genetic traits of the variety, as well as conditions during the grain-filling period, including temperature and moisture availability. Agronomic practices, mineral nutrition levels, stand density, and the phytosanitary condition of the crops significantly influence grain plumpness.
Assessment of thousand kernel weight is carried out by comparing actual values with the originator's varietal characteristics or the data of a control variety used in a specific region. Consistently high values within a single variety indicate better grain plumpness and high quality of seed material, which often correlates with final yield.
Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.
Zea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2n
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Secale cereale L. · Rye
KWS Lochow
Secale cereale L. · Rye
KWS Lochow
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
STELLING DIETER
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS Seeds, F
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Gertz Andreas
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Landwirtschaftliche Lehranstalten Triesdorf
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
JENNAWAY| Dr. Richard Jennaway c/o Cambridge Plant Breeders Limited
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
NOVARTIS SEEDS
Zea mays L. · Maize
Stephane Melkior
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
LIMAGRAIN NEDERLAND
Zea mays L. · Maize
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Nordsaat Saatzucht GmbH Saatzucht Langenstein
Zea mays L. · Maize
P'ier Karolo
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Lantmännen Seed SIA
Fagopyrum esculentum Moench · Buckwheat
Saatzucht Gleisdorf GmbH (AT)
Zea mays L. · Maize
Monsanto Technology, USA
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Dieter Stelling
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Nina Pfeiffer
Zea mays L. · Maize
Yves BIOULAC
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.